Prasna Upanishad

Prasna Upanishad

by Anonymous

The Prasna Upanishad is one of the eleven principal Upanishads, revered for its insightful philosophical discussions. This ancient text explores the nature of reality, the self (Atman), and the ultimate goal of human existence (Moksha). It presents a dialogue between six students and their teacher, Pippalada, where fundamental questions about life, death, and the nature of consciousness are addressed. The Prasna Upanishad provides profound insights into the core tenets of Vedanta philosophy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and the pursuit of liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

Authors

Anonymous image

Anonymous

Unknown

An anonymous author is a writer who has chosen to keep their identity hidden from their readers. The reasons for this decision can vary, and may include political or social persecution, personal priva...

Books by Anonymous

Download eBooks

Listen/Download Audiobook

Read by:
00:00
Playback Speed 1.0
00:00
  • Select Speed

Related books

Autobiography of Goethe Volume 2 Cover image

Autobiography of Goethe Volume 2 by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Goethe's *Autobiography*, a two-volume work, offers an intimate and insightful chronicle of his life and experiences, spanning from his youth to his m...

Little Pillows, or Good-Night Thoughts for Little Ones Cover image

Little Pillows, or Good-Night Thoughts for Little Ones by Frances Ridley Havergal

This book contains 31 short and simple devotionals designed for young children. Each devotional offers a brief reflection on faith and spirituality, o...

Charmides Cover image

Charmides by Plato (Πλάτων)

Charmides is a Socratic dialogue written by Plato that explores the nature of temperance, a virtue highly valued in ancient Greek society. The dialogu...

Anatomy of Melancholy Volume 3 Cover image

Anatomy of Melancholy Volume 3 by Robert Burton

The Anatomy of Melancholy is a unique and multifaceted work that explores the nature of human emotion and thought through the lens of melancholia. Dra...

Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book IV Cover image

Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book IV by John Locke

John Locke's *Essay Concerning Human Understanding, Book IV* delves into the nature of knowledge and the limits of human understanding. Locke examines...

Tea and Tea Drinking Cover image

Tea and Tea Drinking by Alfred Arthur Reade

This book explores the history, culture, and health benefits of tea, with a focus on its pleasurable effects and the philosophy of tea drinking. The a...

She-rab Dong-bu (The Tree of Wisdom) Cover image

She-rab Dong-bu (The Tree of Wisdom) by Nagarjuna

The She-rab Dong-bu (Tree of Wisdom) is a metrical translation in Tibetan of a Sanscrit ethical work entitled Prajnya Danda, written by Nagarjuna who...

Spring Cover image

Spring by Margaret Fairless Barber

"Spring" by Margaret Fairless Barber is a collection of short meditations on the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Barber's writing is lyrical a...

Pagan Papers Cover image

Pagan Papers by Kenneth Grahame

Published in 1898, "Pagan Papers" is a collection of essays by Kenneth Grahame, showcasing his insightful observations on the human condition. Through...

Poetry of St John of the Cross Cover image

Poetry of St John of the Cross by Saint John of the Cross

This collection presents the poetry of Saint John of the Cross, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church and a reformer of the Carmelite Order. Known...

Reviews for Prasna Upanishad

No reviews posted or approved, yet...